There are several reasons why software programs fail, and some basic best practices can be employed to minimize the likelihood of that happening. They include the following: Implementing load balancing. As the number of website users increase and they log on to...

A test case is a written document that gives detailed step-by-step instructions on how to perform a given test for a software feature. A test case typically features: the conditions necessary for the start of the test one or more inputs, if any, for the test the...

For software companies, it’s important to know whether the product developed matches the expectations. Building on that, API testing is all about checking whether the applications meet functionality, performance, reliability, and security expectations. API automation...

The shift left testing essentially means “test often, and start as early as possible.” The “shift left” testing movement is about pushing testing toward the early stages of software development. By testing early and often, a project can reduce the number of...

Kubernetes is rapidly becoming the most important infrastructure platform in the modern IT environment. Known as K8s, it is an open-source system for automating deployment, scaling, and management of containerized applications. How Kubernetes works When developers...

1. Count the fails It’s not the age of the system, necessarily, that is the biggest problem. Where it fails to do your bidding is the real issue. “The first step in modernizing your IT system is to identify the specific failings of your current legacy system,” says Mo...

There are six areas of innovation that are already impacting, or are soon likely to impact, how business is managed and accomplished in our increasingly digital world: - Cybersecurity. As organizations deal with the risks and vulnerabilities posed by digital...

To improve software security, organizations must force two-factor authentication sooner than later, as a single password may be the only thing protecting your data. GitHub took a step toward improving software security, announcing that contributors to all code...

Hyperautomation is basically an extension of digital transformation (DX) with an increased focus on AI, machine learning, and fully automated processes. Hyperautomation create a framework where business functions can operate 24/7, but it also further reduces...

Predictive network technology can spot and troubleshoot potential problems before they occur. It is anything but a trick. Using artificial intelligence (AI) and machine language (ML) mathematical models and algorithms, predictive network technology alerts an...

All-new Box Consulting portfolio just launched, completely redesigned to empower any organization, no matter where they are in their digital journey, to achieve their Content Cloud goals. This exciting announcement also includes two brand-new services programs...

Have an open mind about all potential solutions.  Never push back on a solution before you understand the problem. Multicloud is a solution pattern. If you announce that multicloud is a bad solution, that statement comes off as a bit disingenuous if you don’t...

1. Cloud Document Management Systems Enable Savings on Equipment Costs The obvious benefit of cloud document management systems is the same as all other digital technologies - they take away the need for “physical” solutions. Both, traditional and electronic in-house...

Custom List The SharePoint Custom List exists forever, but there was a lot of changes over the years – the list became modern and easy to use. In addition, you can now set unique permissions on individual rows within a list, giving various contributors the ability to...

Choosing between Visual Studio Code and Visual Studio is not so simple. While Visual Studio Code is highly configurable, Visual Studio is highly complete. The choice may depend as much on your work style as on the language support and features you need. Let’s take a...